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Monument MPM393 - Quay Gate
Summary
Site of Quay Gate (also known as King George's Gate) built in 1734. Part of the former line of fortifications that protected the town of Portsmouth. The town defences were demolished during the 1860s/1870s. An earlier Elizabethan gateway was bricked up when the gate was built.
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Type and Period (3)
Full Description
Site of Quay Gate built in 1734 when the old Elizabethan gateway was bricked up. The gate formed part of the line of fortifications that protected the town of Portsmouth. [1]
Also known as King George's Gate (1734). The earlier Elizabeth gateway was demolished c.1870. [2]
The town defences were demolished during the 1860s/1870s.
Sources/Archives (2)
- <1> SPM43 Bibliographic reference: Patterson, B.H.. 1987. A Military Heritage A History of Portsmouth & Portsea Town Fortifications.
- <2> SPM703 Bibliographic reference: Stedman, John, Quail, Sarah. 1993. Images of Portsmouth.
Protected Status/Designation
- None recorded
Other Statuses/References
- None recorded
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Location
| Grid reference | SZ 631 995 (point) |
|---|---|
| Unitary Authority | Portsmouth City |
Record last edited
Sep 17 2026 4:09PM